Must-Know Top Smartphones Released in 2017

Explore the top smartphones of 2017, including innovative models from Apple, Samsung, Google, Sony, and OnePlus. This guide highlights key features like camera improvements, performance upgrades, and design trends, helping you select the perfect device for your needs. Whether you prioritize photography, speed, or style, these flagship phones represent the best of that year's technology.

Looking to upgrade your mobile device? The smartphone market in 2017 brought a wave of impressive models, each offering unique features. To guide your choice, here's a selection of the top smartphones from that year, highlighting their main specs and innovations. This overview aids in finding the perfect device that balances performance, design, and features.

Apple iPhone 7 & 7 Plus
Although visually similar to the previous generation, the iPhone 7 Plus introduces notable improvements, including a dual-camera system capturing incredible photos, and a robust A10 Fusion chip that surpasses many Android counterparts. Its IP67 rating ensures protection against water and dust.

The Plus model features dual 12MP rear cameras—wide-angle and telephoto lenses—for 2x optical zoom and up to 10x digital zoom. The 7MP front camera with Retina Flash guarantees bright selfies. Moving away from the headphone jack, it provides a Lightning-to-3.5mm dongle and stereo speakers, along with improved battery life and a Taptic Home button.

The standard iPhone 7 shares many enhancements, including faster processing, a brighter display, longer battery life, and stereo sound. It retains the headphone jack, along with necessary adapters, making it an adaptable choice for performance and durability.

Samsung Galaxy S8

The Galaxy S8 stands out with its elegant design and edge-to-edge display. Powered by the Exynos 8895 processor, it delivers fast performance, coupled with water resistance, ample storage, and sizable RAM. Its nearly bezel-less design set a new trend in smartphone aesthetics.

Google Pixel XL

Manufactured by Google, the Pixel XL features a sleek look and a high-resolution 2K display. Its camera quality rivals leading models like the Galaxy S7 Edge and iPhone 7, capturing stunning photos. For those preferring a smaller phone, Google offers a 5-inch version with similar exceptional features.

OnePlus 5

Known for speed, the OnePlus 5 ranks among the quickest Android smartphones of 2017. While it no longer holds the flagship killer title, it offers outstanding performance and value, ideal for users seeking high performance at a better price point.

Sony Xperia XZ Premium

This device introduces 960fps slow-motion video recording and a vibrant 4K display. Improved camera features and a sleek mirror finish combine high-end filming capabilities with premium design.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

Although it predates the S8, the Galaxy S7 Edge remains appealing with its refined look. It is waterproof, supports microSD cards up to 200GB, and runs on an Exynos 8890 processor. Its 12MP rear camera ensures excellent photos, making it a dependable and stylish choice.